Fresh Avocado Salad

Bright, vibrant, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Fresh Avocado Salad is a quick and healthy recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring creamy avocados, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and zesty red onion, all tossed in a refreshing lime and olive oil dressing, this salad is as delicious as it is nutritious. Fresh cilantro adds a bold, herbaceous note, while a hint of salt and black pepper brings out the natural flavors of the ingredients. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this gluten-free, vegan-friendly dish is ideal as a side salad, a light lunch, or a topping for grilled proteins. Serve it immediately for peak freshness or chill it for a more intensified flavor medley. Embrace this easy, wholesome recipe that’s a true celebration of natural ingredients!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large avocados
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.5 small red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 large lime
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Slice the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into bite-sized pieces. Place the avocado chunks into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

2. Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the avocado.

Step 3

3. Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds and add to the bowl.

Step 4

4. Dice the red onion finely and add it to the salad mixture.

Step 5

5. Chop the fresh cilantro roughly and add it to the mixture for added freshness.

Step 6

6. In a small bowl, squeeze the juice of the lime and discard the seeds. Add the olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the lime juice.

Step 7

7. Whisk the lime mixture until well combined, creating a dressing.

Step 8

8. Pour the dressing over the avocado salad and toss gently to ensure even coating of the ingredients without mashing the avocados.

Step 9

9. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

10. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate to let the flavors meld for up to 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1021.6 grams (1021.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1150

Total Fat 101.30g	130%
Saturated Fat 14.60g	73%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1234mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 69.60g	25%
Dietary Fiber 38.70g	138%
Total Sugars 13.40g
Protein 13.90g	28%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 155mg	12%
Iron 4mg	24%
Potassium 3274mg	70%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.2%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 22.3%